ST. LOUIS — Looking for the best affordable delis in St. Louis? Here's a rundown of top businesses in the city in your price range, with ratings, photos and more.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable delis in St. Louis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Blues City Deli
Topping the list is Blues City Deli. Located at 2438 McNair Ave. in Benton Park, the deli is the highest-rated affordable deli in St. Louis, boasting five stars out of 874 reviews on Yelp. On the menu, look for pork, chicken and pastrami sandwiches.
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'Growing up in a Sicilian family in North St. Louis (Jennings) in the 50s and 60s, we were taught to work hard and play hard and celebrate life with good food and music. I'm just extending the invitation to everybody. Come down to the deli and make yourself at home!' according to the bio section of the business's Yelp profile.
2. Nora's
Next up is Clayton-Tamm's Nora's, situated at 1136 Tamm Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 219 reviews on Yelp, the deli has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.
Yelper Tyler W., who reviewed Nora's on July 9, wrote, 'My wife and I had a great experience here. My wife can't have gluten, and they have gluten-free bread, so that was awesome. I had the For Pete's Sake, and it was one of if not the best deli [sandwiches] I've ever had.'
Linda S. noted, 'I love this place. It's a small friendly sandwich shop just off the beaten track in Dogtown. Good sandwiches and good salads too.'
3. Pickles Deli Downtown
Downtown St. Louis's Pickles Deli Downtown, located at 200 N. Broadway, Suite 110, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the affordable deli and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers sandwiches and more, 4.5 stars out of 145 reviews.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about Pickles Deli Downtown.
'Our original and flagship location located at 22 N. Euclid in the historic Central West End was opened in 2007,' per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. 'We decided to spread our love for handcrafted goodness and open our next location. Our downtown deli opened its doors on May 26, 2011, which houses our catering and box lunch department and breakfast for our downtown friends.'
Furthermore, we found this about the business's signature items: 'Classic high-quality deli!' it states on Yelp in the section explaining specialties. 'Piled high Boar's Head meats and cheese. Fresh veggies and house-made sauces and spreads.'
4. Eovaldi's Deli & Catering
Over in the Hill, check out Eovaldi's Deli & Catering, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 63 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the deli by heading over to 2201 Edwards St.
The site can tell you a thing or two more about Eovaldi's Deli & Catering.
'Owned and operated by two brothers since 2002, excellent food has been their primary goal since taking over from the previous owners,' the business notes in the history section of its Yelp profile. 'If you have eaten at Eovaldi's, you know they are living up to their high standards.'
Furthermore, we found this about the business's signature items: 'Specializing in our house-made sauces, sausages and various other Italian specialties,' it notes on Yelp in the section highlighting specialties. 'Stop in anytime to have an excellent meal or to stock the freezer. We have plenty of delicious pizzas to help you fill it up.'
5. Mom's Deli
Finally, there's Mom's Deli, a Lindenwood Park favorite with four stars out of 188 reviews. Stop by 4412 Jamieson Ave. to hit up the deli, which offers sandwiches and more, next time you're in the mood for cheap eats.
Yelper Ed S., who reviewed Mom's Deli on July 19 wrote, 'Love Mom's Deli! It's been a legendary establishment in St. Louis for so many years. This family-owned sub shop has some of the best sub sandwiches in the area.'
Rose L. noted, 'These magic sandwiches are delicious and taste like no others but [are] also hangover cures!'
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